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October Gemba – Behrens Manufacturing
WHERE:
Behrens Manufacturing
1250 East 8th Street
Winona, MN 55987
AGENDA:
4:30-4:45 Introductions and Safety Review
4:45-5:45 Plant Tour – Key Points
5:45-6:00 Questions and Wrap Up
ABOUT:
Behrens Background: Behrens Manufacturing, founded in 1911 and headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a leading American producer of high-quality galvanized steel containers and metalware products. With a legacy rooted in durability and sustainability, Behrens offers a wide range of items including pails, utility tubs, garbage cans, planters, and specialty containers designed for home, garden, and industrial use. Committed to environmental responsibility, all Behrens products are 100% recyclable, weather-resistant, and built to last—providing a superior alternative to plastic. As a brand, Behrens embodies hard work, innovation, and timeless utility, serving customers through major retailers and distributors across the country.
Facts:
- 17-20 million lbs. of steel annually
- #1 SKU is our 31 Gal. trash can (700k annual volume)
- Largest manufacturer in North America of steel containers (85% sales are in the US and 15% in Canada